The Loma Prieta Joint Union Elementary School District is considering placing a parcel tax proposal on the November 5 ballot that would raise an estimated $377,350 annually.

The district’s board of trustees will hold a public hearing to get input on the proposal on July 31 at 7 p.m. at C.T. English Middle School, 23800 Summit Road.

If trustees decide to put the tax proposal on the ballot, and if it’s approved by voters, the money would be used for a variety of programs that include maintaining core programs, small class sizes and technology initiatives. Teacher retention is also a priority.

One of the topics that will be discussed at the public hearing is how long the tax should stay in place and exemptions for senior citizens and the disabled.

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